Torpedo marmorata

Rays

  • Marbled electric ray
  • Marmelzitterrochen
  • Gemarmerde sidderrog
  • Raie torpille
  • Tembladera
  • Torpedine marezzata

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic
  • The temperate Atlantic
  • The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
  • The species is generally motionless in its environment
  • The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
  • The species can be found between 2 and 370 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species
  • Hides in the sand.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

  • The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally solitary
  • Hides in the sand.
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 100 cm
  • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
  • Diet : Fishes -
  • The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

  • The animal can produce a dangerous electric shock
  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest